Central Bucks East Boys' Basketball Preview

CENTRAL BUCKS EAST BOYS’ BASKETBALL PREVIEW

Head Coach: Erik Henrysen, 13th year

Assistant coaches:  Brian Yannarella, Jimmy Katasak, Joe Laphen, Jonmichael McArdle, Jason Greene, Jason Markowitz

Last year’s record: 16-9 overall (11-5 SOL; Colonial Division Co-Champions), SOL Tournament, Round of 8 district win vs. CB South, Final 4 district loss vs. Cheltenham, 6A District 1 Tournament (#14 Seed), District loss vs. #19 Perkiomen Valley

Notable losses: Aidan Weaver (1st Team All-League/Duke baseball), Brett Young (2nd Team All-League), Liam Cummiskey (HM All-League/Moravian), Tyriq Toney-Bailey (HM All-League/Delaware Valley), Nick Rivera (Cairn), Ryan Lenahan, Joshua Lyzinski

Key returners:  Jacob Cummiskey (11/Guard/1st Team All-League), Kyle Berndt (12/Guard), Joey Giordano (12/Guard),

Others to watch: Nick Condo (12/G), Nolan Jacob (12/G), Tyler Dandrea (11/G), Dhruv Mukund (11/F), Justin DiRoberto (11/F), Miles Demby (11/C), Byce Lolas (11/G)

Strengths:  Guard play, Outside shooting, Roster competition

Question Marks:  Replacing the talent and leadership of seven seniors

Outlook: After graduating seven seniors, competition and opportunity for playing time is at an all-time high.  Only three players saw significant varsity time last year.  The major test will be how quickly the inexperienced can adjust to the speed of varsity basketball.”

Games to Watch: Every league game will be a battle
Cactus Jam (Tempe, AZ)

 

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